VHSL: Foundations for Coaching in all Three Dimensions

Course Overview

This course was created in partnership with the Virginia High School League to satisfy the coaching principles portion of VHSL’s coaches education mandate.

  • Gain a high-level understanding of the 3D Coaching Framework
  • Learn about SHAPE America’s National Standards for Sports Coaches as processed through the 3D framework
  • Complete this course as part of VHSL’s requirement to coach in the state of VA

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4.6
Based on 3420 reviews
Bruce Robinson
FCPS
February 2, 2026

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D. Lannette Bradley
Assistant Swim Coach
January 29, 2026

This course was much more insightful than I realized it would be. There was a lot that I can take back to my team and integrate into our coaching strategy. I really appreciate the way the pyramid structure was explained.

Conor Bollin
Assistant Coach
January 20, 2026

I enjoyed the smaller points which were discussed and brought up. They help to educate me to reinforce those principals in my own coaching.

Thomas Leiss
Junior Varsity Head Coach
January 19, 2026

It re-enforced many of the things I've already been doing over my years of coaching at the youth and adult level.

Samuel Weinstein
Lacrosse Coach
January 17, 2026

Solid. I learned a few things.

Gregory Crawford
Fairfax Baseball
January 15, 2026

It was helpful to be reminded coaching sports is more than wins and losses.

James Hagan III
Head Tennis Caoch
January 9, 2026

This is an excellent program that actually provoked a lot of thought in how I can adjust my practices to become a more 3D oriented coach.

Daniel Park
High School JV Soccer
January 8, 2026

I very much like the connection made between the heart and mind. The spirit feeds the soul. I often mention that when things have taken a turn to the south, it usually can be from the disconnect between the mind and heart. The bridge needs to be built, again. This connection is prevalently mentioned or implied when the subject arises concerning the individual, group, and/or team. Too many coaching certificates emphasize the importance of the components of physical, technical, tactical, and psychological (mental/emotional) with maybe a mention of the individual's place within the hierarchy of the organization. The 3D model most definitely went far beyond these usual components. There was much to ponder and most definitely to be used.

Derek Haese
Pitching Coach
January 7, 2026

Excellent material! A must for all coaches of all ages!

Elizabeth Layne
Huguenot High School
December 11, 2025

This course has inspired me to think about all three dimensions and to plan ahead more.

Benjamin choi
Robinson Secondary School
December 7, 2025

very good would recommend to other coaches

Nick Malott
Altavista combined School
December 4, 2025

Good information!

DeKese Cowling
Lakeland High School
December 1, 2025

Very informative. Highly recommend.

CLLEAVEN ROYSTER
SPOTSYLVANIA HIGH SCHOOL ,SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY ,VIRGINA
November 28, 2025

AS A 76 YEAR OLD COACH WHO HAS BEEN INVOLVED WITH THE SPORT OF BASKETBALL I HONESTLY LEARN A LOT OF CREATIVE METHODS TO COACHING IN THE NEW ERA

Debi Bernardes
King George High School
November 26, 2025

Great course. It reinforced my own practice as a coach (been coaching for over 40 years)

Terry Rawls
Windsor High School
November 24, 2025

Great Course, very informative

Jason Kent
West Springfield High School (FCPS)
November 22, 2025

Excellent material layout and presentation of various topics. Videos were effective and not too long - keeping focus and attention.

Saadiq Hinton
Westfield High School
November 21, 2025

Great course!!

Mauricio Arias
Fairfax High School
November 20, 2025

Was great, really opened my mind to a whole different way of thinking! A positive one !

Jamara Rainey
Henrico High School
November 20, 2025

Good material

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Course Includes

  • 37 Modules
  • 3 Quizzes
  • Course Certificate